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What is motivation?
The reasons for people's actions, desires, and needs
What are the types of motivation mentioned in the lecture?
Internal and External
How is motivation influenced by external factors?
External factors pull the person toward certain behavior
What does motivation represent in terms of effort?
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Which component of motivation involves the decision to initiate a behavior?
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What is the fear motivation type often referred to as?
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What is the desire for autonomy or to control others around us known as?
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Which type of motivation involves the need for self-improvement?
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What is the continued effort toward a goal even though obstacles may exist known as?
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Which approach to motivation focuses on the influence of needs and desires on behavior intensity and direction?
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What does the achievement motivation type refer to?
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What is the desire for belonging and acceptance by a specific peer group known as?
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Which component of motivation can be seen in the concentration and vigor that goes into pursuing a goal?
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What is the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors known as?
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Which type of motivation involves rewards, both monetary and nonmonetary?
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Study Notes
Understanding Motivation
- Motivation refers to the internal process that prompts individuals to take action or pursue goals.
- It represents the direction, intensity, and persistence of effort in achieving objectives.
Types of Motivation
- Intrinsic Motivation: Driven by internal rewards, such as personal satisfaction or interest in the task.
- Extrinsic Motivation: Fueled by external rewards, including monetary compensation or approval from others.
- Fear Motivation: Often referred to as aversive motivation, where actions are driven by the desire to avoid negative outcomes.
- Achievement Motivation: Relates to the desire to excel or reach certain standards of success.
- Social Motivation: The desire for belonging and acceptance within a peer group.
External Influences on Motivation
- External factors such as social support, environment, and cultural norms significantly impact one's motivational levels.
- Rewards and recognition from others can enhance motivation, particularly in extrinsic motivation contexts.
Components of Motivation
- Initiation: The decision-making process that triggers the start of a behavior or action.
- Concentration and Vigor: Refers to the level of focus and energy expended when working towards a goal.
- Persistence: The ongoing effort toward achieving a goal, despite potential obstacles.
Theories and Approaches
- The Needs-Based Approach: This theory focuses on how needs and desires influence both the intensity and direction of behavior.
- Autonomy: The desire for self-governance or the power to exert control over others contributes to intrinsic and extrinsic motivations.
Key Concepts
- Motivation encompasses a range of emotional and psychological factors that guide behavior.
- The process of motivation involves initiation, guidance, and maintenance of goal-oriented actions.
- The type of motivation that emphasizes both monetary and nonmonetary rewards is considered extrinsic motivation.
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Test your knowledge of motivation in health behavior change with this quiz covering the basic concepts and definitions presented in a lecture by Dr. Sallah Alawneh. Assess your understanding of the key components essential for promoting and sustaining health behavior change.
